
Old White Course
The Greenbrier America's Resort

About this course
Old White at The Greenbrier is hallowed ground, where Sam Snead reigned supreme, forever linking the resort to golf's golden age. Carved into the Allegheny Mountains of White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, the course presents a classic parkland experience, its rolling fairways and strategically placed bunkers a testament to a bygone era of strategic, rather than purely power golf. The gently undulating terrain often favors players who can shape their shots, rewarding creativity and finesse over brute strength. Originally designed by Charles Blair Macdonald in 1914, with later refinements by Seth Raynor, Old White evokes a timeless feel. Its design elements are reminiscent of classic links courses of the British Isles, transplanted to the American landscape. The course demands thoughtful approaches and an appreciation for the subtleties of green reading, though it’s known to be among the easier tests for touring professionals. As the host of the Greenbrier Classic from 2010 to 2019, Old White showcased some of the game's brightest stars, with champions etching their names into the course's rich history. While not necessarily considered among the nation's most demanding layouts, Old White's legacy is deeply interwoven with the resort's grand tradition of hospitality and sporting excellence. Beyond the championship pedigree, Old White is known for its refined Southern charm and the enduring spirit of its membership. Evenings on the veranda, accompanied by the resort's legendary mint juleps, provide a perfect complement to a day spent navigating the course's storied fairways, solidifying its position as a cherished landmark in American golf.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in WV
Quick facts
- Location
- White Sulphur Springs, WV, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1914
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- C. B. Macdonald
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 7,287 yards
- Difficulty
- 75.7/141
- Course Vaults score
- 8.4
Getting there
The journey to The Greenbrier America's Resort most often begins at Yeager Airport in Charleston, West Virginia, roughly an hour's drive to the northwest, though many guests opt for the private Greenbrier Valley Airport just minutes from the property's gates. The route east from Charleston follows I-64 as it climbs into the Allegheny Mountains, trading the Kanawha River valley for forested ridges and the quiet isolation of the highlands. As you descend into White Sulphur Springs, the road narrows and the landscape softens, revealing the resort's iconic white Georgian facade rising against a backdrop of rolling green hills - a vision of grandeur and permanence that has welcomed travelers to this Appalachian sanctuary since 1778.

FAQ
Common questions about Old White at The Greenbrier America's Resort
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Old White at The Greenbrier America's Resort has a Course Vaults score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 70 logged golfers.
Old White was designed by C. B. Macdonald.
Yes. Old White at The Greenbrier America's Resort is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Old White is 70.
Old White plays 7,287 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Old White is 141.





